Benefits:

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

About Aiona

Opening in March 2026 in the heart of downtown Sacramento, Aiona is a bold new culinary destination celebrating the vibrant traditions of Mediterranean cuisine through the ancient art of wood-fired cooking. Featuring an open kitchen, a 3,000-bottle wine cellar curated by an Advanced Sommelier, and refined indoor and outdoor dining spaces, Aiona offers an immersive, upscale experience unlike anything else in the city. Our mission is to bring world-class food, wine, and hospitality to Sacramento while becoming a premier destination for dining and private events.

Position Overview

Aiona is seeking a confident, service-driven PM Front of the House Manager to join our opening leadership team. This role is responsible for leading evening service, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and supporting the development of a polished, high-performing front-of-house team.

The PM FOH Manager will be a visible leader during dinner service, setting the tone for hospitality, professionalism, and execution while upholding Aiona’s service standards and culture.

Key Responsibilities

Service & Guest Experience

Lead and manage all front-of-house operations during PM service

Ensure smooth, efficient, and elevated dinner service execution

Actively engage with guests, resolve concerns, and execute service recovery with care

Uphold and model Aiona’s hospitality standards and brand values

Partner closely with the culinary and beverage teams to deliver seamless service

Team Leadership & Development

Supervise FOH supervisors and hourly team members during PM shifts

Coach, motivate, and provide real-time feedback to staff

Support training, onboarding, and ongoing development of FOH team members

Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and accountable work environment

Enforce policies, procedures, and standards consistently and fairly

Operations & Systems

Execute floor plans, reservations, and table management effectively

Monitor pacing, staffing levels, and guest flow throughout service

Ensure cleanliness, organization, and readiness of all FOH areas

Assist with cash handling, checkout procedures, and nightly reporting

Ensure compliance with health, safety, labor, and alcohol regulations

Collaboration & Communication

Communicate clearly with BOH, bar, and leadership teams during service

Participate in pre-shift meetings and post-shift recaps

Share feedback and observations with AGM and GM to support continuous improvement

Qualifications

3+ years of restaurant management or supervisory experience, preferably in an upscale or high-volume environment

Strong floor leadership skills and a passion for hospitality

Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities

Experience with POS and reservation systems (Toast and OpenTable a plus)

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, opening-team environment

Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Wine knowledge or interest in learning is a plus; sommelier experience welcome but not required

*Temporary Parking Pass The above requirements and benefits are not intended to be all-inclusive.